Good morning, Decatur.

Smiley’s Burger Club opened in July 2024 at 310 E.

Howard Ave. in Decatur after taking over the old BBQ Café space, serving simple smash burgers and offering a new climate-controlled patio—its ribbon cutting on May 1 included city officials and business partners. The restaurant received a $22,500 grant from the Decatur Downtown Development Authority to help fund the improvements.

MARTA Police said on May 19th that they have strong leads in the search for the gunman who fired on a southbound train on Sunday afternoon—injuring two passengers while video captured part of the incident and authorities review transit safety.

The 4th annual WigWag Art and Music Festival will take place Saturday, May 31 at Globe Arts Center in Avondale Estates with Atlanta indie-rock band Girlpuppy headlining the free event—families can expect eight band performances and around 60 artists and vendors along Washington Street.

Cathea and Albenis Terminio filed a lawsuit against the DeKalb County School District alleging that their 6-year-old daughter was repeatedly racially bullied and physically attacked at Ashford Park Elementary starting in 2023, and her mother said school officials did not provide a safety plan+ later, she was banned from contacting teachers as anonymous, threatening emails were received.

Decatur's City Commission approved a $20,900 change order for the Atlanta Avenue railroad crossing project at its May 19 meeting, moving the project forward even though bidding and construction are expected to start only next year—while also setting a tentative millage rate of 12.97 mills and approving a contract with Atlanta Gas Light to relocate a natural gas main on North McDonough Street for the Decatur Square renovation.

Butterfly Whirl Contra Dance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Decatur Recreation Center — $15 — Enjoy an evening of lively contra dancing with local and regional talent at this community favorite.

Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience the best of Atlanta’s songwriters at a vibrant open mic night.

Michelle Malone Concert

9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket information not specified — Experience an evening of pure Georgia soul with Michelle Malone's acoustic songs and stories.

Wylde Center's Nature Summer Camps

4 PM — Wylde Center — Registration required — An immersive outdoor experience for children to explore and connect with nature.

Grunge Unplugged: A Tribute to Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Soundgarden

7:30-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $10 — Experience acoustic renditions of grunge classics in a nostalgic setting.